About
Mobile Access for Seniors is a scheme that supports the Seniors Go Digital programme. It provides subsidised smartphone and mobile plan to lower-income seniors who want to go digital, but cannot afford them.
Who can apply?
Individuals who meet the listed eligibility criteria, and have attended IMDA’s Seniors Go Digital – learning programme1 and picked up at least one (1) basic digital skill at SG Digital community hubs:
| Eligibility Criteria | |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 years old and above2 |
| Citizenship | Singapore Citizen |
| Current beneficiary of the selected government assistance scheme |
|
| Others | Not an existing IMDA Home Access beneficiary who has received a smartphone |
[1]Does not include online learning modes.
[2]Based on birth year.
How To Apply?
Eligible seniors may approach our Digital Ambassadors at any of the SG Digital community hubs located at selected Community Clubs/Centres and public libraries (opening in phases starting July 2020)3 after attending our Seniors Go Digital - learning programme and picking up at least one (1) basic digital skill, such as basic digital communication skills, navigating government digital services, or transacting with e-payments. Visit Seniors Go Digital Website or call 6377 3800 to find your nearest hub.
Only 1 registration per senior is required.
[3]The SG Digital community hubs will be closed on public holidays. Please check Seniors Go Digital Website for updates on opening dates and hours. The start date for SG Digital community hubs located at public libraries has yet to be confirmed.
Mobile Access Plans – For Eligible Seniors Only
Eligible seniors may enjoy the following subsidised product and service:
- 1-year mobile plan, at $5.00 per month
- Smartphone, starting from $20.00 (1-time cost).
The subsidised plan will come with:
- Free SIM card registration;
- Free caller ID;
- Unlimited incoming local calls;
- Continued mobile data connectivity, with no excess data charges; and
- Other value-added services.
| M1 | Singtel | StarHub | TPG | ||||
| 1-Year Mobile Plan4 | |||||||
| 6 GB 100 mins 20 SMS | 5 GB 150 mins 50 SMS | 8 GB 350 mins 200 SMS | 20 GB 300 mins 30 SMS | ||||
| Smartphone4,5 | |||||||
| $20 |
| $20 |
| $20 |
| $20 |
| $31 |
| $40 |
| $38 |
| $40 |
| $46 |
| $58 |
| $58 |
| $60 |
All prices are inclusive of GST.
[4] Redemption is subject to terms and conditions of the scheme and participating telcos.
[5] The choice of smartphone is subject to stock availability at the time of redemption.
Mobile Access Flyer
English Flyer
(Last updated on 24 July 2020)
Chinese Flyer
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Malay Flyer
(Last updated on 24 July 2020)
Tamil Flyer
(Last updated on 24 July 2020)
Contact
For more enquiries, you may email us at info@imda.gov.sg or call 6377 3800.
